Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as part of our friendly team at Warrington and Halton Hospitals Trust. The successful applicants main duties will be to support the cardiac doctors with pacemaker implants, perform pacemaker follow ups and monitor haemodynamics during cardiac catheter procedures. Other duties will include the routine non-invasive cardio-respiratory tests carried out at the present time. Main duties of the job Complete an intense Cardiac Device Training Programme and successfully achieve BHRS (or equivalent) accreditation (if not already started). To maintain appropriate CPD and remain current with developments in the field of Cardiology. About us Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a caring and compassionate organisation that is both ambitious and innovative. We are committed to delivering the best outcomes for our patients and providing a positive experience of our staff. We aspire to be outstanding for our patients, our communities and our staff and are committed to being a great place to receive healthcare, work and learn. Straddling the neighbouring boroughs of Warrington and Halton we are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system. Our hospitals are ideally situated to meet the growing healthcare needs of the 330,000 population of these boroughs. Warrington Hospital is home to our emergency, critical care and maternity services, Halton Hospital is focused on elective procedures and the Runcorn Urgent Treatment Centre, although many services are offered at both sites and in community hubs. A CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we are working towards university hospital status, having achieved teaching hospital status in 2019. We employ nearly 5,000 people from over 80 nationalities, striving to be a diverse, inclusive employer and recognised leader in equality. We support flexible working, welcoming flexible applications. Proud of our many accreditations, we are embedding an anti-racist approach in all we do. Date posted 04 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 370-HS6ECG-834 Job locations Warrington and Halton sites Cardio-respiratory department, Warrington & Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust WARRINGTON WA5 1QG Job description Job responsibilities To be technically proficient as a competent practitioner in the following clinical procedures: Recording and interpretation of 12 Lead Electrocardiograms on all age groups, able to alert medical staff to adverse results requiring urgent medial intervention. Application of 24 hour ambulatory ECG and BP recorders to include analysis of the clinical data and production of a written report thereof for all age groups. Assist with medically supervised exercise tolerance stress tests on all age groups. To develop/maintain competencies in invasive monitoring techniques in the Coronary Angiography Suite. To provide support to the senior staff during Stress echocardiography Supervision and organisation of junior staff within the department, identifying any learning needs To participate in training of trainees and ATOs within the department To maintain appropriate CPD and remain current with developments in the field of Cardiology. Participate in all communication/training activities, both within the department and with other departments involved in supporting the service Able to perform immediate life support. To undertake care and maintenance of equipment in the department Assist with ensuring compliance with all quality standards To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures as laid out in the Employee Handbook and Departmental Quality Guidelines Routine clerical/administrative duties to include processing patient reports and input of data to the computerised system. Ensuring patient confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act Additional Optional Duties To Train and become competent in Basic Echocardiography, studying for BSE accreditation when appropriate To train and become competent in assisting with the implantation and follow-up of Permanent Pacemakers, studying for BHRS when appropriate. Please see the attached document for a full list of roles and responsibilities. Job description Job responsibilities To be technically proficient as a competent practitioner in the following clinical procedures: Recording and interpretation of 12 Lead Electrocardiograms on all age groups, able to alert medical staff to adverse results requiring urgent medial intervention. Application of 24 hour ambulatory ECG and BP recorders to include analysis of the clinical data and production of a written report thereof for all age groups. Assist with medically supervised exercise tolerance stress tests on all age groups. To develop/maintain competencies in invasive monitoring techniques in the Coronary Angiography Suite. To provide support to the senior staff during Stress echocardiography Supervision and organisation of junior staff within the department, identifying any learning needs To participate in training of trainees and ATOs within the department To maintain appropriate CPD and remain current with developments in the field of Cardiology. Participate in all communication/training activities, both within the department and with other departments involved in supporting the service Able to perform immediate life support. To undertake care and maintenance of equipment in the department Assist with ensuring compliance with all quality standards To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures as laid out in the Employee Handbook and Departmental Quality Guidelines Routine clerical/administrative duties to include processing patient reports and input of data to the computerised system. Ensuring patient confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with the Data Protection Act Additional Optional Duties To Train and become competent in Basic Echocardiography, studying for BSE accreditation when appropriate To train and become competent in assisting with the implantation and follow-up of Permanent Pacemakers, studying for BHRS when appropriate. Please see the attached document for a full list of roles and responsibilities. Person Specification Experience / Qualifications Essential Relevant degree and AHCS registration Desirable Basic Brady Pacing experience Skills and Knowledge Essential Competent in routine non invasive cardio-respiratory tests Desirable Monitoring haemodynamics during Cardiac Angiograms Physical skills Essential Evidence of excellent communication and leadership Skills, knowledge and competencies Essential Competent in analysis Person Specification Experience / Qualifications Essential Relevant degree and AHCS registration Desirable Basic Brady Pacing experience Skills and Knowledge Essential Competent in routine non invasive cardio-respiratory tests Desirable Monitoring haemodynamics during Cardiac Angiograms Physical skills Essential Evidence of excellent communication and leadership Skills, knowledge and competencies Essential Competent in analysis Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHSFT Address Warrington and Halton sites Cardio-respiratory department, Warrington & Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust WARRINGTON WA5 1QG Employer's website https://whh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)